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Flt Lt Komal Will Unfurl Tiranga on Republic Day

Flt Lt Komal Will Unfurl Tiranga on Republic Day

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

The first generation IAF officer from Haryana will assist President Droupadi Murmu as the supreme commander of India's armed forces unfurls the Tiranga on Republic Day.

Inspiring! Former Peon Runs Software Companies

Inspiring! Former Peon Runs Software Companies

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Meet Chhotu Sharma -- the perfect example of what happens when determination meets hard work.

Situation along LAC in Ladakh abnormal: Jaishankar after talks with China

Situation along LAC in Ladakh abnormal: Jaishankar after talks with China

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Jaishankar also said that there is a need to take the disengagement process forward.

'I Was Fortunate To Fight The 1971 War'

'I Was Fortunate To Fight The 1971 War'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'The 1971 War was our greatest military victory.' 'It had so many stories of exceptional valour and leadership.'

Orange army South Africa bound

Orange army South Africa bound

Rediff.com7 Jun 2009

The orange-clad army of Dutch fans can start booking flights for South Africa after the Netherlands became the first European nation to qualify for next year's World Cup finals with victory in Iceland on Saturday.

'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

'Unlike on the western and eastern borders where there is an enemy at the gate, here there is an invisible enemy which is building its own capability and can come into play at a time and place of his choosing.'

'They say Ram should be my middle name'

'They say Ram should be my middle name'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

'A very emotional connect has happened.'

'I Used To Hit 400 Sixes In A Day'

'I Used To Hit 400 Sixes In A Day'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

'T20 cricket comes naturally to me because it is all about mindset.' 'I am someone who always loves to be aggressive on the field.'

Want To See Ranbir Become An Animal?

Want To See Ranbir Become An Animal?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

There's much entertainment coming up from July to December, and Joginder Tuteja highlights those films for us.

'Amit Shah was told India has lost 26 of 65 patrolling points in Ladakh'

'Amit Shah was told India has lost 26 of 65 patrolling points in Ladakh'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

'Our villagers used to go up to Finger 4 and Finger 6, but today the Chinese are there.' 'Since April 2020, Chinese troops have blocked Indian troops from reaching at least ten patrolling points running from the Depsang plains in the north to Pangong Tso lake in the south.'

School's Final Goodbye To Warrior Student

School's Final Goodbye To Warrior Student

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Flight Lieutenant Adivitiya Bal was killed in the line of duty along with Wing Commander Mohit Rana in last week's MiG-21 crash in Barmer. His school in Nagrota, Jammu, gave a final salute to a worthy ex-student.

Indian Army should learn from 'historical lessons': China

Indian Army should learn from 'historical lessons': China

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang displayed a photograph of Indian 'incursion' into Donglong area.

Army chief Gen Bikram Singh meets his predecessor V K Singh

Army chief Gen Bikram Singh meets his predecessor V K Singh

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh on Friday met his predecessor and Minister for Development of Northeast Region Gen (retd) V K Singh, who reportedly did not share good vibes with him, and discussed with him issues of mutual interest as the Army has substantial presence in the region.

In These Homes, It Is Har Din Tiranga

In These Homes, It Is Har Din Tiranga

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

On a mission to visit the families of soldiers who have died in action, Vikas Manhas has met over 1,000 families whose loved ones made the supreme sacrifice for the country.

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'In the 1971 War my battalion suffered 4 casualties after fighting for 14 days.' 'In Operation Blue Star, I lost 19 men in just one hour.'

Who is this getting a jab?!!?

Who is this getting a jab?!!?

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Huma promotes Army of the Dead...Shilpa's love in times of Corona...

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

At this time, sixty years ago, Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi and a majority of his men were captured as prisoners of war by the Chinese during the 1962 war. His son Michael Dalvi, 77, has preserved his father's memory and the story of the gallant men of the 7th Infantry Brigade with honour.

Facebook, Instagram block handles of Chinar Corps

Facebook, Instagram block handles of Chinar Corps

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

The pages on Facebook and Instagram were created to negate the lies and propaganda flowing from across the border and also to apprise people of the real situation in the Kashmir valley, an official said.

Drama as Rahul visits Churachandpur relief camp, meets victims of violence

Drama as Rahul visits Churachandpur relief camp, meets victims of violence

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's convoy was on Thursday stopped by the Manipur police at Bishnupur, about 20 kilometres from Imphal, officials said.

Cong attacks Centre over 'Chinese shelters in Ladakh'

Cong attacks Centre over 'Chinese shelters in Ladakh'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Citing media reports that China has built shelters in the Depsang area in Ladakh, the Congress on Saturday questioned the government's 'silence' over the issue and asked what steps were being taken by it to ensure status quo ante of April 2020.

IAF arming Russian choppers with anti-tank missiles

IAF arming Russian choppers with anti-tank missiles

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

In what could be a lesson learnt from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war where anti-tank missiles have played a big role, the Indian Air Force is arming its Russian-origin helicopters with the Israeli 'Non-Line of Sight (NLOS) ATGMs' which can hit ground targets from distances up to 30 km.

The Sam I Knew

The Sam I Knew

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'Beyond the 'sir' and the 'salute', there was a man who cared about his soldiers and that's what made him a great leader.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Jehan remembers the man who was the soldier's soldier.

Doctors revive Indian climber after 3-hr effort, condition critical, says kin

Doctors revive Indian climber after 3-hr effort, condition critical, says kin

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Anurag is undergoing treatment at a Kathmandu hospital and has shown signs of improvement, his brother Ashish Maloo said on Sunday.

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will be the chief guest at this year's Republic Day celebrations.

A Son's Pilgrimage For A Warrior Father

A Son's Pilgrimage For A Warrior Father

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Hriiyio was only 6 months old when his father, a soldier in the 1 Naga Battalion met a warrior's death in Drass.

Barrackpore: Retired army subedar arrested for spying

Barrackpore: Retired army subedar arrested for spying

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

Barrackpore: Retired army subedar arrested for spying

Guess Who Ranveer Dedicated His Award To?

Guess Who Ranveer Dedicated His Award To?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival awards were held in Mumbai on Sunday, and film folk were honoured for their recent work.

Did Sinead O'Connor Die By Suicide?

Did Sinead O'Connor Die By Suicide?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Sinead O'Connor, the gifted Irish singer-songwriter, became a superstar in her mid-20s and was known as much for her private struggles and provocative actions as for her fierce and expressive music.

Indian Railways, Army among world's biggest employers: Study

Indian Railways, Army among world's biggest employers: Study

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

Though it is often said that Indian Railways is the largest employer in the world, but it seems it is not

Defence Chiefs Host Farewell Banquet For President

Defence Chiefs Host Farewell Banquet For President

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

On Wednesday, July 13, 2022, the President -- who is the supreme commander of Indian's armed forces -- attended a farewell banquet hosted in his honour by the Chiefs of Staff Committee in New Delhi.

'So Many Landmark Indian Films Are Crying Out To Be Restored'

'So Many Landmark Indian Films Are Crying Out To Be Restored'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

'...and showcased in their original beauty.'

'China could be preparing for full scale war'

'China could be preparing for full scale war'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

'When armies start attacking with clubs and batons, then at some point this can take an escalatory spiral and spin out of control.'

Annandale row to be resolved amicably: Army chief

Annandale row to be resolved amicably: Army chief

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Army chief Gen V K Singh has said that efforts would be made to arrive at a mutually agreeable solution to the contentious Annandale ground issue.

AgustaWestland case: Relief to ex-brigadier as CBI closes probe against him

AgustaWestland case: Relief to ex-brigadier as CBI closes probe against him

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Saini was accused of demanding bribes from Christian Michel James, an alleged middleman, to favour the company during field evaluation trials held in 2010, officials said.

'General Rawat was a thorough gentleman'

'General Rawat was a thorough gentleman'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

'I have been touched whenever I have known him personally as a human being.'

Is India A Better Target For China Than Taiwan?

Is India A Better Target For China Than Taiwan?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The Xi Jinping regime might try to quell internal distress by directing nationalism and militarism against India, warn Ajay Shah and Gautam Bambawale.

Dale Steyn Masters Pushpa Moves

Dale Steyn Masters Pushpa Moves

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

The 2016 champions had a poor IPL 2021 and will hope like Pushpa they are a blockbuster this IPL.

'I've got the opportunity I've been waiting my whole life'

'I've got the opportunity I've been waiting my whole life'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

'So let's have fun with it. Let's do something that nobody is expecting.'

Galwan martyr Col Santosh Babu accorded Mahavir Chakra posthumously

Galwan martyr Col Santosh Babu accorded Mahavir Chakra posthumously

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Col Babu was awarded the gallantry medal for resisting the Chinese Army attack while establishing an observation post in the face of the enemy in the Galwan valley in the Ladakh sector during Operation Snow Leopard.

Kashmir floods: The army gains where media fails

Kashmir floods: The army gains where media fails

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

The stage on which the Jammu and Kashmir flood disaster played out is littered with protagonists, most of whom did not receive the attention they deserve, says Ajai Shukla